Experience one of France’s most iconic landmarks: Mont Saint-Michel rising above a bay shaped by some of Europe’s highest tides. On day two, discover Deauville, known for its beach, racehorses and cinematic elegance.
Your itinerary
Day 1 · Departure from Paris
Transfer about 3.5 hours through Normandy.
Honfleur (optional)
A brief stop in Honfleur — the picturesque harbour, coffee, photos on the quay.
Mont Saint-Michel
Climb through the narrow streets to the abbey and admire the bay from the ramparts. We plan the visit around the tide times whenever possible.
Bay walk
Optional guided walk across the exposed sand flats before the tide returns.
Overnight
At a hotel at the foot of Mont Saint-Michel or in nearby Avranches.
Day 2 · Deauville
Stroll along Les Planches, see the striped beach cabins, casino and racecourse, then enjoy lunch by the sea.
Cabourg (optional)
Proust’s seaside resort with its Belle Époque Grand Hôtel — one of the models for 'Balbec' in In Search of Lost Time.
Return to Paris
Arrival around 19:30.